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Message from the President
INSIDE THIS ISSUE
Message from the President 1
The Fishing Derby has started! 2
Church Services Started June 15th 2
History Night at the Lake, Part 2 – July 19th 2
Lake Cavanaugh Dumpster Day – July 12 3
Lake Cavanaugh Updates for June & July 3
Info about www.lakecavanaugh.info 3
LCFD Drill Schedule & Volunteer List 4
LCFD Auxiliary Update 4
Water Quality Report 5-6
May 25th LCIA Meeting Notes 9
LCIA & LCCC Events Calendar 10
Rummage Sale Just Around the Corner! 10
LCIA Dues Form 11
2014 LCIA Information 11
Lake Cavanaugh Community Advertising 6, 7 & 8
Chris Kane
I’m hoping you are reading this June newsletter before the July 4th Holiday. At least that’s the hope and plan. It’s been a busy month since the first meeting of the LCIA at the Community Center (CC) on May 24th. Highlights included our warm welcome for the Volunteer Fire Fighters and Commissioners. They are our lifeline to safety during the busy summer months. The Auxiliary’s successful Pancake Breakfast on Sunday morning testified to our Lake Community’s appreciation for our Volunteers. Attendees heard about our LCIA Board’s goals for 2014, including a $15,000 CC Landscaping Project, and promoting involvement by the younger generation of Lake Residents. Larita Humble, who has spent many hours beautifying the CC grounds, walked us through the landscaping project with sketches and a proposed budget. Gary Duvall, LCIA’s Secretary, briefed us on the County’s pending shoreline regulations, taking a straw vote that we don’t need additional land use restrictions. Webmaster & Trustee, Vicki Sanders, led a spirited discussion on how LCIA might better communicate with its members.
As the LCIA plans to take a final vote on the Landscaping Project at the General Meeting at 10AM on Saturday, July 5, mark it on your calendar. Expect reports on water quality, Lake level issues, the proposed land use regulations by Skagit County, and the June 27th visit by Skagit County leaders. We expect a good crowd on hand, so please, don’t be late. Our July 5th meeting is upstairs because of the July 4-6 Rummage Sale at the Community Center, organized and staffed by our indefatigable Dean and Sharon Crider and their intrepid volunteers. You may not be aware that each year for many years, Dean and Sharon have donated the entire proceeds of the Rummage Sale (Thousands of $$ per year) to the LCIA. Looking ahead, the 4th of July Parade is not to be missed. Saturday, July 12th is Dumpster Day for the disposal of items from DE-cluttering your cabin. Saturday, July 19th, is History Nite at the Lake—Part 2 scheduled for 7-9PM at the CC. Get your joint sponsorship by the LCIA and Fire Department Auxiliary. Last year, History Nite focused on the first pioneers and logging at Lake Cavanaugh prior to the platting of vacation homes in the late 1940s.
This year, we focus on memories and photos from the late 1940s and early 1950s. Please contact History Nite Chair, Bill Pugh, if you have photos and recollections of the early days from 1946-1954.The Fire Department Auxiliary will again be providing the refreshments.
Looking further down the long road of summer 2014, don’t forget to sign up for the Fun Run on August 2nd by going to the Lake Cavanaugh web page. Alas, August will fly by and the Labor Day Weekend Dance will be here before we know it. More on a repeat of last year’s success in the next issue of the Newsletter. The Community is indebted to Christa Quackenbush who is responsible for the revival of this historically popular “end of summer” event. Assisted by Denny and Linda Howsen, Christa has agreed again to donate her talents and sound equipment to this popular event. As you can see, there’s a lot going on this summer and we need volunteers to help with the heavy lifting. We all want to make the next couple of months another “Summer to Remember.”
June 2014
Lake Cavanaugh News / June 2014
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Last July, Father Jack O’Leary, Kurt Wold and Tom Kelly led us through the beginnings of civilization at the Lake. A “standing room only” audience learned about life in the ghost town of Alpine. We viewed a fascinating slide show describing life in the logging camps that dotted the shores during the first three decades of the 20th century. So, what happened next? How did the Lake start developing into such a wonderful retreat and haven for so many lucky families—the original “vacation” property owners from the late 1940s and early 1950s? I have my own early memories of the Lake -- living in a log cabin on North Shore Drive with my folks from 1954-1955 before we moved near Anacortes so I could attend kindergarten. Turns out that I was a piker compared to Ron Carlson, who had reached the ripe age of 16 when his parents purchased their place in the late 1940’s. So, on Saturday, July 19th at 7 pm, we will host another History Night at the Lake featuring Original Owners and their stories from the 40’s and 50’s. Picture this: no power, no telephone, no indoor plumbing, a handful of Lake Residents and a one lane dirt road with turnouts. It was a blast! Come to the Community Center on Saturday evening, July 19th to hear the stories, see the pictures and be entertained!
History Night at the Lake, Part 2:
LAKE PIONEERS IN THE 40’S AND 50’S
Bill Pugh
Get out your poles and bait; the Annual Fishing Derby has started and will run through Labor Day. This is a Winner Take All event! Entry fee is $5 per person (fisher man/woman/boy/girl). Contact Sharon Crider for entry form and again to get your catch measured and weighed.
Phone: (360) 422-5509
Address: 32939 S. Shore Dr.
The Annual Lake
Cavanaugh Fishing Derby is
ON!
Join Us for
Summer Church Services Feed your soul at non-denominational church services this summer! Services started on June 15th and will continue every Sunday through September 7th. Services are at 10a.m. at the Fire Hall. There will be a variety of people (pastors, a doctor, a lawyer, and missionaries) sharing their Christian experiences. Following every service there is always a good time sharing with coffee and treats. Everyone is welcome. If you have questions or would like more information, contact Irene Schroers (422-7112).
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Lake Cavanaugh
Dumpster Day -
July 12th Dennis Katte
Dumpster Day is sponsored by LCIA as a community service. It affords quick and easy disposal of most anything without having to haul it to Mount Vernon or Seattle, possibly saving quite a few trips. It’s as inexpensive as a county landfill and it saves hauling expenses of gas and mileage on your vehicles not to mention your time. But it is not a free service, and we have to charge for it. Last year, our cost was $1,130 for the dumpsters and tonnage fees. “Dumpster Day” will be one day only, Saturday, July 12th. Last year’s downsizing to one day worked well. Hours will be from 9am-5pm, and we will have two dumpsters at the West end of the Fire Station. The fees will be the same as last year-- cars - $20; mini vans, SUV’s, small pickups, trailers - $35; and large loads- $50. For comparison, the minimum rate at a King County transfer station is $22. We are prohibited by Waste Management from accepting major appliances, barrels, weed killers, insecticides, lead acid batteries, liquid paints, tires, TV sets, monitors, computers, fluorescent lamps and ballasts, oils, antifreeze, propane tanks, railroad ties and empty aerosol cans (if you remove the bottom of the can we can take it). However, King, Snohomish and Skagit counties have recycling programs at their transfer stations and will accept tires, large appliances, and those with refrigerant. They also have hazardous waste sites.
Using The LakeCavanaugh.Info Web Page Wisely
What can you find and do at www.lakecavanaugh.info? Check it out:
Pay your dues on line! On the lakecavanaugh.info home page, simply double click on the link to pay electronically via PayPal. Follow the prompts and you will be done within a couple of minutes. Update your contact information and email address if needed. And, as the French would say – “Finis!!”
Find out what’s happening with the Skagit County Shoreline Master Program Planning Commission – decisions are being made which will affect Lake residents.
Get your Entry Form for the “Once Around Lake Cavanaugh” Fun Run
Lost your print copy of the Newsletter? Find and read the current electronic copy!
Lake Activities Update for
June and July Barbara Busby Skagit County Public Works has been busy with road repair and maintenance. It is a big improvement. Yoga at the Community Center, Monday and Wednesday evenings, beginning June 16th from 7:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Darcy Brookens will be the instructor, 360 422-7601. Sheriff Will Reichardt, Commissioner Ken Dahlstedt and SCPW Supervisor Dale Klinger, will attend a meeting at the Community Center on June 27th at 4 p.m. Get to know these men who are so instrumental with what is happening in our Skagit County. Rummage Sale Set Up begins June 28th. If you can help with set up please call Sharon and Dean Crider at 422-5509. Parade on the 4th of July. Participants meet at the Boat Launch at 10:00 a.m. Parade begins at 11 a.m. Rummage Sale takes place, July 4, 5 & 6. The Lending Library is always open on any of the times we are there for other events at the Community Center. You are welcome to come and pick out one book or several. On July 26th the Community Center is booked for a Wedding Reception. We are in for a busy summer that we hope everyone gets to enjoy.
Lake Cavanaugh News / June 2014
Page 4 LCFD Auxiliary Update
Linda Lemke
The 2014 Fire Department Open House and annual Pancake Breakfast was, once again, a huge success! Over 500 adults and children were served! A special thank you to Lenore Crutchfield (chairperson), Auxiliary members, families and friends who spent many hours helping. The many lake logo items were literally flying off the shelves as everyone filled their arms with goods to purchase! A big thank you to Sue Phillips (chairperson) and the "Design Team" for their hard work. Everyone was pleased with the beautiful new “fish theme” raffle quilt, as was apparent by the many tickets that were sold. There will be more chances to purchase raffle tickets this summer at the 4th of July Parade, Fun Run and Craft Fair, or contact Linda Lemke at 360-422-6453 to get your tickets. All proceeds from this quilt sale go to the Oso Relief Fund! Again this year, the children were excited to receive the bright red fireman hats. 100 helmets were distributed to every child who wanted one. A Little Auxiliary History: Our constitution and By-laws were adopted at Lake Cavanaugh on April 6, 1981 and amended June 11, 2005. Irene Schroers is the only founding person left in the auxiliary. The pancake breakfast by the auxiliary began in the early 70's and was held on the opening day of fishing season. Around 1999, when the lake became open to fishing year round, the auxiliary decided there was the potential for more participation over Memorial Day week-end, so they changed the date. Since that time, we consistently serve 500 or more for breakfast. Also, in 1999, after the store closed, it was decided to start selling logo shirts. We started with just tee-shirts, not knowing how well we could do. We now have a great selection of merchandise chosen by our "design team." The quilt making started around 2001! We have made and raffled over 10 different quilts. There are currently 31 auxiliary members who continue with these many activities which all adds up to wonderful support for our fire department.
LCFD 2014 Drill Schedule
Also posted at http://www.lakecavanaugh.info/Pages/Fire.html
July 8 & 22 August 2 & 19
September 2 & 16 October 7 & 21
November 4 & 18
December 2 & 18
LCFD 2014 Volunteer List Firefighters:
Glenda Brenon Eric Pepper (Lieutenant/EMT) Rich Crutchfield (Captain) Daniel Pugerude Chuck Domby Dave Searing Larry Hawk Jake Sisley (Lieutenant/EMT) Larry Hawk, Jr. (Lieutenant) Leroy Sisley (Captain/EMT) Joel Hofstad Harley Spaeth Robert Housner (EMT) Lucas Swanson Dennis Huston (Captain/EMT) Nick Swanson Howard Lemke Vic Swanson (Asst. Chief/EMT) Scott Lemke (Chief/EMT) Victor Swanson (EMT) Jeff Miller (EMT) Jay Wicklund (Lieutenant)
Commissioners: Secretary:
Dave Searing Tracy Berg Larry Hawk Jr. Jean Miller
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Jim Roberts
Lake Water Quality Report – June 2014
Algae Blooms You have probably noticed that we've had algae in the lake during the last month. As I write, there is still some out there. This is not a condition that we normally have this early in the summer. In the past they have usually dissipated in several days, but not this time. This stuff we have now is called Volvox. We've seen it in past years. Fortunately it is not of the potentially toxic blue-green variety. The occurrences of algae blooms has been steadily increasing. I even observed one in the middle of last winter. I don't quite know what to make of it. I tested the water for nitrates and phosphates last summer, but the levels were very low, too low to explain the increase in algae. I'll test for them again this summer. The health department considers the presence of algae to be a normal condition. They will get involved if a significant surface mat develops and persists for some length of time. They will then have it tested by the state, as they have no facility for doing the tests themselves. A single test costs $200 . . . another reason for them to drag their feet.
Latest Water Test Results The most recent round of measurements, taken on June 11, 2014, are summarized in the figure below. The blue line in the graph is a plot of water temperature vs depth. One can see that three distinct depth layers, typical of summer, have already formed: the warmer surface layer, a transitional mid-depth layer, and a bottom layer. The surface layer is 100% saturated with oxygen with a neutral 7.0 pH level; these numbers indicate healthy water conditions. The deep water layer has a similar oxygen level, but a much more acidic pH level of 6.5. The maximum depth of Secci disc visibility is 20 feet. This is less than usual because of the presence of algae.
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Lake Cavanaugh Water Temperature Profile (11 June 2014)
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Oxygen = 9.2 mg/dL (77% Sat.)
pH = 6.5 (Somewhat acidic)
Oxygen = 9.4 mg/dL (100% Sat.)
pH = 7.0 (Neutral)
Water Quality Report cont’d on p 6.
Lake Cavanaugh News / June 2014
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A series of 10 water samples were taken from around the lake along the shoreline in two feet of water one foot below the surface. These samples were analyzed for the presence of fecal coliform. The test results are tabulated below. The number of colonies per 100 milliliters of water ranged from zero to eleven. These are considered acceptable numbers, will below the 100 colonies per 100 milliliters upper limit for permitting water sports.
Fecal Coliform Summary 6 May 2014
Location Fecal Coliform
(colonies/ 100mL)
Boat Launch 0
North Shore Drive - east 11
North Shore Drive - mid 2
North Shore Drive - west 1
West Shore Drive – near point 3
Deer Park Lane 1
West Cove 1
South Shore Drive - west 8
South Shore Drive - midwest 2
South shore Drive - mid 1
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www.lakecavrealty.com
Water Quality Report cont’d from p 5.
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The meeting was called to order at 10:00 am by President Chris Kane. He introduced the officers and trustees, all of whom were present except Barbara Busby. Minutes from the August 31, 2013 LCIA general membership meeting were approved, based on a summary by Gary Duvall, who made full minutes available for those who wanted them. A copy of the minutes is also on the www.lakecavanaugh.info Web site. The financial report was presented by Treasurer Robert Getz, and was approved. For 2013 total inflow was $51,198.40, including a transfer from closing out the building fund. There were $18,912.52 in expenses. For 2014 year to date there have been $2,470.77 in income; $3,141.76 in expenses, and a $43,893 balance. There were 282 members last year, about 65% of Lake Residents, and 100 so far this year, but the membership year is just beginning. The President gave a presentation on the 2014 goals of the LCIA. The seven goals are listed in the newsletter, and a few were highlighted, including encouraging younger family members to join in an “associate” member category. An idea was to market this at the 4th of July Parade and Fun Fest. The President summarized volunteer and participation opportunities, including communications, landscaping, community center, community activities, etc. The President gave the LCCC (community center) report, in light of Barbara Busby being out of town, and mentioned upcoming events, which are listed on the Web site. Jean Miller gave the fire commissioners report and introduced commissioners Dave Searing and Larry Hawk, and some of the volunteers. There was a reminder to change batteries in smoke detectors and to put house numbers visibly on the road and end of docks. Volunteers were encouraged. The Fire Department Auxiliary pancake breakfast is tomorrow. Cathy Katte gave the crime report, from the county sheriff; and one can email Ron at [email protected] for details. The sheriff recommends inventory and marking valuables, and crime watch stickers. The county, DNR, and governmental report was given by Chris Kane. Gary Duvall gave the report on planned revisions to the Shorelines Management Act, which is a high priority for the LCIA. This has been discussed at prior LCIA member meetings and LCIA Board meetings, and the consensus is against any additional restrictions on development. See http://www.skagitcounty.net/planningandpermit/html/shoreline_toc.htm for details. The Board presented a proposed resolution opposing additional regulation, which was read, and was approved by a unanimous show of hands, with no opposed. Vickie Sanders led a discussion of communications among residents, including the Facebook page and Web site and newsletter. A suggestion was made to add Twitter. Larita Humble presented a concept for landscaping around the community center, which had been discussed in general at a prior meeting. There was a drawing and a budget presented, for a total amount of $15,000, plus hiring help for ongoing maintenance. There were a number of questions and comments, including that the design should have low maintenance plants and be easy to maintain. Mick Stenmen mentioned that he has knowledge of the lot lines, and will help in marking them. Under new business, there was a request for the LCIA to fund the 4th of July Fireworks show. Insurance and liability concerns were raised. No action was taken. There was a thanks for the approximately $7,000 raised for the Oso relief fund at the LCIA and Fire Auxiliary dinner event in April. The rummage sale will be July 4-6. Volunteers are needed to bring sandwiches. The Dumpster Day is July 12th, and a volunteer is needed to be there to accept the items. As to New Business, Tom Wolff requested that the LCIA consider subsidizing the fireworks show. The next meeting will be July 5th at 10 am. The meeting was adjourned at about 11:40. Minutes prepared by Gary Duvall, Secretary LCIA.
May 24th LCIA Meeting Minutes
Lake Cavanaugh News / June 2014
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GET THESE LCIA and LCCC EVENTS ON YOUR CALENDAR!
Beginning June 15, 10am, Fire Hall: Sunday summer church services at the Lake, continuing through Sept 7.
Beginning June 16, 7:30-8:30pm, LCCC: Yoga with Darcy Brookens on Mondays and Wednesdays.
JUNE THROUGH LABOR DAY: The Annual Fishing Derby has started! $5 entry fee for all fisher folk. See pg 2 for details.
June 28, LCCC: Rummage Sale Set-Up begins.
June 28, 4-6pm, LCCC: Happy Hour! Bring an appetizer and your drink of choice; coffee is always provided.
July 4, 11am, LCCC: Independence Day Parade! Participants meet at the Boat Launch at 10am.
July 4 - 6, 9am-5pm, LCCC: Lake Cavanaugh Rummage Sale (more information at the bottom of this page).
July 5, 10am, LCCC: LCIA Meeting – All are welcome!
July 12, 9am-5pm, LCCC: Lake Cavanaugh Dumpster Day
July 19, 7pm, LCCC: History Night at the Lake, Part 2 – Lake Pioneers
July 26: NO Happy Hour – LCCC booked for private family event.
August 2: 29th Annual “Once Around Lake Cavanaugh” Fun Run – Entry form available at www.lakecavanaugh.info
August 2, 1 pm, LCCC: LCIA Meeting – All are welcome!
August 23, 4-6pm, LCCC: Happy Hour! Bring an appetizer and your drink of choice; coffee is always provided.
August 30, 10 am, LCCC: LCIA Meeting – All are welcome!
September 27, 4-6pm, LCCC: Happy Hour! Bring an appetizer and your drink of choice; coffee is always provided.
The Lake Cavanaugh Rummage Sale is just around the corner! REMINDER: This year’s sale will take place July 4, 5 & 6th from 9am - 5pm. Rummage Sale items may
be left at the Community Center beginning Saturday, June 28th. All items must be CLEAN & WORKING. Large items may be OK'd by an on-site sale volunteer if someone is on site. If a volunteer is not available, PLEASE tape your name & phone number on the item. Large items not sold MUST be picked up after sale. DO NOT BRING: Old Tires, Old Analog TVs, Old Computer Equipment
For more information, contact Rae Crider via email ([email protected]) or cell (206-920-5684). Thank You! Please note: The Rummage Sale is NOT the Lake Cavanaugh Dumpster Day! See Dumpster Day information on p3.
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2014 LCIA Meeting Dates
May 24, 10 a.m. August 2, 1 p.m. July 5, 10 a.m. August 30, 10 a.m.
2014 Officers President: Chris Kane Vice President: Dean Crider Treasurer: Robert Getz Secretary: Gary Duvall Trustees: Barbara Busby, Brent Humble,
Pete Ostenson, Vicki Sanders The newsletter is published by the Lake Cavanaugh Improvement Association (LCIA). The first newsletter of the summer season is sent to all Lake Cavanaugh residents; subsequent newsletters are sent only to dues-paying members of LCIA. LCIA-sponsored web site: www.lakecavanaugh.info Praise/Complaint Dept: Chris Kane,
[email protected] or 206-799-3244 Webmaster: Vickie Sanders, [email protected] Newsletter: Lise Richardson,
[email protected] or 425.802.5473 Advertising: Gay Duvall, [email protected] or 206.330.5305
The Lake Cavanaugh News team would like to thank all the advertisers who have placed ads in the
Lake Cavanaugh News and all the contributors of the reading material. Your support makes these newsletters possible!
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LCIA Annual Dues $40.00 Donation to Community Gift Subscription $20.00 Center Sustaining Fund
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the first copy will be distributed to LCIA members free of charge. Non-members will be able to purchase a copy.
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